compassion
Example Sentences
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Americans face a crisis of violence, yes, but the crisis of compassion is just as pressing.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
Carney added that the message showed a "lack of judgement and a lack of compassion."
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney criticized the airline CEO for lacking compassion and judgment in delivering an unilingual English message.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
“I have compassion for the wanting to do good,” Sarah said.
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
Children care about others, and about the world, and as Jaya and Jad gazed at Roz and Brightbill, their little hearts were full of compassion.
From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown
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